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A Christmas greeting from Reading East MP Matt Rodda

by Phil Creighton
December 24, 2023
in Earley, Woodley
Reading East MP Matt Rodda by the River Thames Picture: Matt Rodda's office

Reading East MP Matt Rodda by the River Thames Picture: Matt Rodda's office

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As we approach Christmas I would like to wish everyone in our community and the wider world a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

I hope that everyone, across our community gets the chance to enjoy the festive season and to spend time with their friends and family.

It has been a difficult year for many local residents due to the cost of living crisis and many other issues and I want to thank all those who are supporting those in need.

I do hope that our whole community will be able to enjoy Christmas and that we can all look forward to a brighter New Year.

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